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made favourable use of the ground, or has let pass the opportunity; or one who has come a long distance, and those in rear are late and have not rested.
“Strike an enemy who is half across waters; or who is on a difficult or narrow road; or whose flags and banners are in confusion; or who is frequently changing position; or whose general is not in accord with the soldiers; or who is fearful.
"All such should be assaulted by the picked men; and the remainder of the army should be divided, and follow after them. They may be attacked at once without hesitation.”
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Lord Wen said:—
“What is of first importance in operations of war?”
Wu answered and said:—
“Lightness, of which there are four
